Sterile Processing Technician

HCA Healthcare • Salem, VA

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About The Position

The Sterile Processing Technician supports safe, high-quality surgical care by ensuring instruments are cleaned, disinfected, sterilized, organized, and ready for use. The role works with nurses and surgeons to anticipate procedural needs and help surgeries run smoothly. It also includes monitoring sterilization processes, documenting results, responding to issues, and maintaining a clean work area while handling biohazardous materials safely.

Requirements

• Sterile Processing Certification (CRCST or CSPDT) required within 18 months of employment.
• Knowledge of hospital equipment, supplies, surgical instrumentation, and medical terminology.
• Current BLS certification or obtain it within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience in a Central Sterile Supply department is preferred, including identifying instruments and preparing trays for Operating Room use.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, sterilize, and organize surgical instruments and supplies according to safety standards.
• Monitor sterilization cycles, document results, and promptly resolve issues.
• Prepare and organize instrument trays and surgical rooms according to the daily schedule and procedural needs.
• Safely handle and dispose of biohazardous materials and keep the work area clean and organized.
• Work with nurses and surgeons to anticipate needs and support efficient surgeries.
• Respond appropriately and effectively to requests for emergency supplies.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed